Apple Buttered Pork Loin Recipe

Ingredients for Apple Buttered Pork Loin

• Boneless Pork Loin
• 1/2 cup apple butter
• Chunky Peanut Butter
• 1 tablespoon orange zest (about 1 large orange)
• 2 tablespoons orange juice (freshly squeezed)

How to Make Apple Buttered Pork Loin

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place pork loin, fat side up, on a rack in a shallow roasting pan.
2. Roast uncovered for 2 hours and 30 minutes.
3. After 2 hours and 30 minutes, insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the pork loin. Continue roasting until the thermometer reaches 160-165°F (71-74°C) for medium doneness or 170°F (77°C) for well-done.
4. While the pork loin roasts, prepare the glaze: In a medium bowl, gradually whisk together 1/2 cup apple butter, 1/4 cup peanut butter, 1 tablespoon orange zest, and 2 tablespoons orange juice until smooth.
5. Once the pork loin reaches the desired internal temperature, brush the apple butter mixture generously over the entire surface.
6. Return the pork loin to the oven and continue roasting for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the glaze is caramelized and the pork loin is nicely browned.